Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Northbrook, IL
$674,450Median listing price
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About Northbrook
Northbrook (~35,000 residents) is a northern suburb just west of the North Shore, known for corporate offices, parks. Housing ranges from mid-century ranch subdivisions to newer construction and estate pockets, with condo and townhome options near the village center.
Home prices in Northbrook
The median listing price in Northbrook is $674,450.
Top places in Northbrook
- Northbrook Court
- Techny Prairie Park and Fields
- River Trail Nature Center
- Downtown Northbrook (Shermer Road)
- Village Green Park
- Northbrook Public Library.
- Nearby Chicago Botanic Garden (Glencoe, ~10 minutes).
Commuting from Northbrook
- Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N); in-town stations: Northbrook and Lake-Cook Road (north edge), to Chicago Union Station.
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~30–40 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~25 miles).
Northbrook FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Northbrook, IL?
The median listing price in Northbrook is $674,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Northbrook, IL?
Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N); in-town stations: Northbrook and Lake-Cook Road (north edge), to Chicago Union Station.
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Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.